Head of Finance

Job Title: Head of Finance Reporting to: CEO Company: Top-Tier Hospitality Company Location: Pune, MaharashtraAbout the Company: The Company is a listed upmarket hotel chain known for its luxury and exceptional guest experiences. With a strong public presence in the hospitality sector, they are seeking a strategic financial leader who can drive financial growth, manage mergers and acquisitions, manage all financial and regulatory aspects of a public limited company, raise funds effectively, and maintain commitment to delivering unparalleled service and luxury to guests.Key Responsibilities: 1. Financial Strategy and Planning: Develop and execute the financial strategy in alignment with the company's overall goals and objectives. Lead financial forecasting, budgeting, and long-term financial planning processes. Assess the financial performance of individual hotels within the chain and identify opportunities for improvement. 2. Public Company Financial Management & M&A Activities: Oversee and ensure strict compliance with all SEBI regulations, Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements (LODR) for the company as a listed entity. Manage ongoing Investor Relations (IR) and quarterly earnings reporting processes, effectively communicating performance to current investors, analysts, and market stakeholders. Oversee all aspects of M&A activities, including due diligence, negotiations, and integration of acquired properties or businesses. Evaluate potential acquisition targets and provide recommendations to the executive team. 3. Fundraising: Develop and execute fundraising strategies, to support the growth and expansion of the hotel chain. Build and maintain relationships with investors, financial institutions, and other stakeholders to secure funding for strategic initiatives. 4. Financial Reporting and Compliances: Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including quarterly and annual financial statements, maintaining compliance with Ind AS. Maintain adherence to Indian securities laws and stock exchange regulations, ensuring transparency and accountability to all public shareholders. 5. Risk Management: Identify financial risks and implement risk mitigation strategies. Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets. Create a strong internal controls environment. 6. Stakeholder Management & Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing finance team, providing mentorship and guidance to finance professionals. Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and excellence within the finance department. 7. Strategic Financial Partnerships: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with external financial partners, including banks, investors, and financial institutions.Qualifications/Experience: CA/ Top-Tier MBA graduate. 15-20 years of progressive experience in finance leadership roles. Significant experience in hospitality sector as Finance Head or in a senior finance leadership role. Proven experience in managing M&A transactions and leading finance for an Indian public listed company. Fund-raising experience from banks, PE firms, public markets. In-depth, current knowledge of SEBI regulations, Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements (LODR), Ind AS/IFRS, and mandatory compliance for publicly listed entities in India. Strong financial and business acumen with a track record of driving financial growth and profitability. Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.